Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Under the direction of the dentist takes radiographs, prepares for treatment, performs chair side four-handed dentistry to assist the dentist during examination and treatment of patients and performs sterilization functions in the Dental Clinic. Completes charting in the electronic health record.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic dental care procedures, as can normally be acquired through completion of one year of training in a dental assisting program or equivalent work experience.
• Twelve months dental assisting experience or successful completion of dental assisting clinical rotation at Children's Dental Center.
• Proficiency in 4-handed dentistry, sterilization and x-ray techniques. Dental Assisting Certification and Pediatric or Special Needs dental assisting experience desirable.
• Requires excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact courteously and respectfully with patients, parents / families and members of the health care team.
• Knowledge of computer and keyboard, word processing skills and the ability to troubleshoot basic PC issues.
• CPR certification obtained within 90 days of hire - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and / or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications / Licenses :

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association / American Red Cross / National Health & Safety Association